Flower farm update

Flower farm update. Summer is in full swing in the midwest. Here at Midwest cut flowers we are a few weeks behind from last year due to the cold spring. Oh sweet summer time. The sun is shining in the Midwest and I am here on vacation from the pacific northwest...

How to harden off seedlings

Hardening off your seedlings is an important step in growing your own plants from seed. You spend weeks tending to these little guys and you want to make the transition to the outdoors as easy on them as you can. How to harden off seedlings. There are a few different...

Spring is finally here….or is it?

Spring is finally here. Tulips blooming, birds are chirping and the grass is growing. Spring is finally here…or is it? Today’s forecast in calling for 60’s and tomorrow 40’s with maybe a mix of rain and snow.The weather here in Minnesota keeps...
Banana  bread Muffins / the only recipe you will need

Banana bread Muffins / the only recipe you will need

So who likes a rotten banana? Not my kids, but they will sure gobble up these banana bread muffins. This is the only recipe for banana muffins that you will need. I promise. They turn out every time, or 98% of the time. I suppose I should leave a 2% margin of error....

3 Easy Houseplants to Grow

3 Easy Houseplants To Grow 3 easy houseplants to grow. Aleo vera plant. Snake plant and spider plant. Easy to take care of and super easy to grow. Houseplants are a big trend right now. Not only do the plants brighten up a space, they also give off oxygen and filter...
Lettu the Finnish Pancake

Lettu the Finnish Pancake

You know the things that your mom made growing up, that no matter what, hands down, its the best! Well that is Lettu, the Finnish pancake. I am pretty sure that my whole family would agree that Lettu is the bomb! There is not a lot to Lettu the Finnish pancake, so...

How to update your home decor with plants

How to update your home with plants Updating your home decor with plants is a quick and easy. Everyone’s interior design style is different, but adding plants is a fun way to update and add life to any space. A little piece of greenery gives off a feeling of happiness...
Starting a flower farm part 2

Starting a flower farm part 2

Starting a flower farm (part 2) Thank you for following along on this “starting a flower farm journey”.  You will hopefully be getting a farm update every month! Seed starting, soil amending, sprouting, failures they all will be documented for you. ...

Strawberry Rose Cheesecakes

Strawberry Rose Cheesecakes Valentine’s Day is coming up and we have the perfect dessert to serve your friends, coworkers, or family! These strawberry rose cheesecakes are a fun twist to your traditional personal cheesecakes. With the strawberry covered in sugar on...